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F704 RNO

1989 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

64,629 mi
Last recorded64,629 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2016
Typical for 1989 BMW R8044,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF704 RNO
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2016 64,629 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2014 58,783 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 55,944 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 29 Jan 2011 55,752 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 50,901 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R80?

Based on 35,460 MOT tests across 3,873 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
561
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
3,873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 313
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 237
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 214
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 114
Horn not working 95
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F704 RNO is a 1989 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 44,756 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW R80 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 313 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F704 RNO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R80 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 37 years old, this BMW R80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F704 RNO registered?

F704 RNO is a 1989 BMW R80, first registered on 6 April 1989.

Is F704 RNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F704 RNO shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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